1970 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Capri 2007 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Capri Terracan
Year Released 1970 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 2900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.7 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.4 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 19.3:1
Top Speed 196 km/hour 166 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1103 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 75 L


 

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